Creationists probably aren't going to like "Becoming Human," a three-part "Nova" series about how humans evolved from apes. Apparently there are no missing links anymore. "Nova" reports on how science is rapidly closing in with evidence that makes evolution the most plausible theory. ...more

November 3, 2009

If the first day of spring wasn't cause enough to celebrate, students at Cimino Elementary School were given two more reasons to rejoice March 20. ...more

April 1, 2009

If the first day of spring wasn't cause enough to celebrate, students at Cimino Elementary School were given two more reasons to rejoice. ...more

March 29, 2009

Karen White, the chancellor of the University of South Florida St. Petersburg, is stepping down from her post at the regional campus, six months after the school was placed on probation by its accreditors. ...more

December 19, 2008

TOWN 'N COUNTRY - A social worker at Leto High School won a state award for her work with homeless students. ...more

December 17, 2008

Creationists probably aren't going to like "Becoming Human," a three-part "Nova" series about how humans evolved from apes. ...more

November 3, 2008

As the Democratic Convention approaches I was pleased to be tapped to speak on Wednesday evening and to be asked to highlight an historic new investment in higher education and a landmark expansion of educational opportunities for veterans under the new GI Bill for the 21st Century. Democratic Presidential Nominee Barack Obama and I both actively promoted these education initiatives as members of the New Direction Congress. ...more

August 24, 2008

Public schools are, fortunately, finally recognizing the link between a student's health and classroom performance, but the Hillsborough County School district's hiring of a wellness consultant is enough to make any fiscal watchdog sick. ...more

November 5, 2007

In an effort to give back to the communities it serves, Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union has introduced a new innovative check card to aid education. ...more

October 20, 2007